In light of the Wayanad landslide, health officials are advising rescue workers involved in soil and mud removal to take necessary precautions. To prevent communicable diseases like leptospirosis, they should take 'Doxycycline' tablets as prescribed by healthcare professionals.
For emergencies related to the Wayanad Mundakai disaster, the health department's emergency services in the district have been unified under a single number. This service is available 24/7. For assistance, please contact: 8589001117.
The following items are needed to help ease the psychological stress of children in rescue camps
Play Mat
Crayons
Clay/ Dough
Carrom Board
Small Plastic Balls
Painting Books
Ludo Board
Slime
Kinder Rattle
Chess Board
Story Books
Rubber Football
Building Blocks
Scissors
Drawing Books
Glue
A4 Bundle
Soft balls
Those who are willing to donate contact:
- 90722205674
- 7907161248
Collection Point: District Child Welfare Unit, Wayanad
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The Youth Commission invites applications from qualified, experienced volunteers for their Counseling Scheme. This initiative aims to provide psychological support through scientific counseling, therapy, and medication to individuals who have lost loved ones and are experiencing mental difficulties in disaster areas. Interested candidates should apply via the Google form available on the Youth Commission website (ksyc.kerala.gov.in).
Google Form Link https://forms.gle/SAw3rDnwdBPW1rme9
.The ration shop operations in the landslide-affected areas of Wayanad will soon be restored. Shops ARD 44 and 46, currently inoperable, will be rehabilitated and resumed immediately. Customers from these shops will continue to receive their July rations, and the necessary foodgrains for August distribution have been secured. The Supplyco CMD has been instructed to ensure the availability of essential commodities in the Meppadi and Kalpatta supermarkets, as well as in 13 outlets under the Kalpatta depot. Adequate stocks of rice, sugar, peanuts, coconut oil, and broad beans have been ensured for distribution in the disaster-affected areas.